Chile is located in the southeast corner
of South America, squeezed between
the Andes and the Pacific Ocean. The
country is only 240 km across at
its widest point, but being more than
4,200 km long, it has an impressive
range of geography and climate.
In the extreme north you will find
the most arid desert in the world,
whereas towards the centre the
environment changes completely
into fertile lands, beautiful beaches
and stunning mountains with
excellent skiing.
The south is the area of lakes,
forests and volcanoes, leading to
the ancient glaciers of Patagonia and
Antarctica.
Chile also has plenty of attractions
off-shore, like Easter Island and
its surrounding treasures, Robinson
Crusoe with its unique fauna and
vegetation, and ChiloĂŠ, an island full
of mystery and special folklore.
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** Useful Information about Chile **
General Tips
* When entering the country, make sure you are not carrying any fruit, grain or
animal products, as Chile has very strict border controls and you will have to pay
expensive fines.
* You may find Chilean Spanish more difficult to understand because they speak
very quickly and use a lot of slang.

(*) To call overseas from Chile you must first dial a Carrier Code + (0)Country Code + Number
There are many carrier codes (188, 123, 181, etc). Just ask which one to use.
(**) If you are calling from a Chilean cell phone you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to dial (09).

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ARICA
Arica is the northernmost city in Chile, just 19 km south of the Peruvian border. It’s
called “the city of the never ending spring” because it rarely ever rains and therefore
it’s possible to go surfing, paragliding, fishing, horseback riding and scuba diving here all
year round. A must see spot is Morro de Arica, a headland offering great views of the
ocean and the city, which also has a historical war museum on top. If you want to learn
some more interesting history, check out San Marcos Church and the Old Customs
House, both built by the same company who constructed the Eiffel Tower.
Pelicans, cormorants and a few lazy sea lions are always present at the fishing port (2
blocks from the main plaza) so go and have a very close look!
For beaches, the most popular is Chinchorro beach, where there’s good surf and safe
swimming. A little further south you’ll find the beaches La Lisera (2.5 km) and El
Laucho (2 km), as well as the Península del Alacrán (Scorpion Peninsula) where the
biggest surfing competition in Arica is held. Make sure you see the
Museum San Miguel de Azapa (12km from Arica) that houses
some of the world’s oldest mummies, the cemetery nearby built on
sand dunes, as well as the geoglyphs in the Azapa and Lluta valleys.
From Arica you can take a tour to visit Lauca National Park, where
Chungara Lake is the main attraction with all kinds of unique fauna.

HOSTAL SUNNY DAYS

Tomas Aravena 161, Población Chinchorro
(058) 2241038
This hostel is located near to the
sunnydaysarica@gmail.com
bus terminal and the principal beach
www.sunny-days-arica.cl
in Arica, close to a large fruit & veg
market, stores, cheap restaurants & various nightclubs. It’s run by a Chilean
and a New Zealander who will make you feel at home, providing a sumptuous,
filling breakfast and as much help and advice as possible!
There’s a good variety of rooms to choose from:
ensuite privates, dorms with single beds (no
bunk beds) and private rooms with shared bath.
The kitchen is kept very clean and tidy and
there is laundry service if you need it. You’ll
never get bored with your choice of beach
tennis raquets, boogie boards and
bikes - all available for use!
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ARICA UNITE HOSTEL

Vicente Dagnino 117, Población Chinchorro
(09) 79148547 – (058) 2247702
A lot of people plan to be in Arica
arica-unite@hotmail.com
for just one night, but when they
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find themselves at Arica Unite Hostel
they end up staying for 3, 4 or 5 nights! As comfortable as your own home, this
friendly hostel is the perfect place to sleep in late and relax. All the rooms (2
four bed dorms and 2 doubles, all shared bath) have different decor themes
but have one thing in common - peace. Located in a quiet neighbourhood,
the colourful market is just behind you and the Chinchorro beach is right
in front, and you’re 5 mins from the bus station, 15 from the centre and
10 from the clubs. Make good use of the terrace with sea view, hammock
on the patio, large living area and communal kitchen, and the staff are
always there to help you book lake tours, surf or
paragliding lessons.

Arica Unite Hostal

PUTRE

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Located 149km east of Arica, Putre is situated in the Azapa Valley, 3500m
above sea level in the altiplano.
Wandering around town and particularly the Plaza de Armas, you’ll find the
government house, town hall and the church – buildings that were constructed
during the last century and show the past economic success of the region.
Be sure to visit Lauca National Park, where you can see 6,000 m high snow
capped volcanoes contrasted by salt deposits, lakes and lagoons; and particularly
Chungara Lake, located 4500m above sea level, the highest lake in the world!
Surrounded by the twin volcanoes Parinacota and Pomerape, with exotic birds and
fauna, the landscape is magical.
Putre is a great starting spot for hikes, and you have the option of climbing several
gorgeous mountains. See 3 of the 6 species of flamingos in the world on the
Surire Salt Flats, or head to the pampas for the vicuñas (similar to llama) and
ñandú (small ostrich). After you’ve explored yourself silly, have a soak in the
Polloquere or the Jurasi Hot Springs. Just 8km away are the geoglyphs of
Vilakaure, which show the importance of the pre-Hispanic cultures.
Due to the high altitude, it’s recommended that you don’t do the trip to Altiplano
if you have lung or heart problems or epilepsy without checking first with your
doctor. In addition, it’s cold up there, especially at night, so pack warm clothes!
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PACHAMAMA HOSTEL & TRAVEL
This is a great newly revamped hostel
Taller artesanal n/n - PUTRE
with excellent communal areas like the
Cell: 79688412
living and dining rooms, the kitchen
hostalpachamama@gmail.com
and the nice outdoor patio with a
www.hostalpachamama.cl
BBQ. There are 15 double rooms and
5 dorms decorated with typical local art, all with shared bathrooms and towels
included. The hostel also has a comfy cabin, for up to 5 people, fully equipped
with kitchen and bathroom. Open year round and laundry service available.
You can also book quality tours from the hostel that include transport by
4x4, snacks and a bilingual adventure guide:
* Parque Nacional Lauca: Chungara Lake, Lagunas
Cotocottani, cave visit, wildlife trek, Parinacota village.
* Monumento Nacional Salar de Surire: Salt flats with
lagoons, flamingo observation, termal baths, Guallatire
village.
Hostal Pachamama

IQUIQUE
Heading up or down the coast of Chile, Iquique is a logical stopping point – and
you won’t be disappointed! It’s a gorgeous city where the sun shines practically
all year round, making it excellent for paragliding (one of the best places in the
world), surfing, scuba diving or sandboarding. Walking around town, the main street,
Baquedano, is an attractive pedestrian boulevard with architecture that takes you
back in time. The cathedral and the Plaza* Arturo Prat are both beautiful and
worth taking a look at. Outside Iquique, don’t miss the geoglyphs Atacama Giant,
the world’s largest rock art, and the remarkable Cerros Pintados (painted hills)
which demonstrate the ancient Tiwanaku culture. Enjoy the natural
hot springs at the Pica Oasis, explore the Tamarugos Woods or
marvel at the salt flats and the geysers of Puchuldiza.
If you’re after a change from all the outdoor activities, soak up
some history in the nitrate mine ruins, Humberstone and Santa
Laura, located outside of the city. It was this industry that gave life
to the Iquique region but since the closure of the mines, they have
become complete ghost towns and named World Heritage Sites. If
you’re there in July, go to the “Fiesta de LaTirana,” one of the most
important religious festivals of the country .
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Backpacker’s Hostel Iquique is
definitely a unique place to stay!
The hostel is actually two houses joined
together and is nicely decorated with all kinds
of funky objects. Located a stone’s throw from Cavancha,
the best local beach, and only a ten minute walk from
downtown. It has single, double, triple and shared rooms
with lockers. A fully equipped kitchen is supplied, and they
also grill three yummy BBQs a week at discount prices!
The hostel has balconies with great ocean views so you can
check out the waves before hitting the surf.
Otherwise, there is ping pong, foosball and a pool table
if you want to stay inside. The friendly staff can
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MAGICAL TOUR CHILE

Baquedano 1035
(057) 2217290
Magical Tours Chile is a trustworthy
magicaltourchile@hotmail.com
professional company located in the
www.magicaltour.cl
historical Baquedano street, in the
heart of Iquique. Delivering a magical experience is what they do! They
have self-created itineraries with well-trained guides to show you the beauty,
history and mystique of the Tarapacá province. Join their 1 day or multi day
activities and tours to enjoy some of the following fantastic highlights:
Volcano Isluga NP – Puchuldiza geysers – Huasco salt flats and lagoons
Highlands hot springs – Wildlife spotting – Santa Laura and Humberstone
Saltpeter Mine ruins (Unesco World Heritage) – Geoglyphs & rupestrian art
in Pintados & Atacama Giant (world’s largest rock art) – Mystic Laguna Roja
(red lagoon) – Oasis de Pica & Matilla – Iquique city tours – Sunset tours
Diving – Adventure activities – and so much more!
English spoken. What are you waiting for? Go ahead and
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Bicycle rental available!

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OASISFLY PARAPENTE - Paragliding
Get the thrill of being high up in the
Baquedano 770
air, enjoy the breathtaking views of
Cell: 98304125 / (057) 2411692
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of Iquique and its surroundings, and
experience the peaceful atmosphere
while flying through it like a bird! Paragliding is one of those
activities you just have to do while making your dream
travel trip! Iquique is a world top spot for paragliding with year round perfect
weather conditions; so sign up for a tandem flight with Oasisfly Parapente,
a reliable and safe company, which flies with very experienced pilots and the
latest technology equipment. Are you hooked on this amazing sport? Follow
a full course to fly by yourself!
Spanish, English, French and Portuguese spoken!

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SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA
This little town is full of archaeological interests in the middle of the Atacama
Desert. You should probably have the Atacama Salt Flats on your to-do list,
but there’s also an amazing array of other natural wonders nearby. You’ll find
most of them in the Los Flamencos National Reserve, which houses a variety of
landscapes and incredible flora and fauna. Try moonwalking at the Valley of the
Moon, one of the driest places on the planet. You can also see the Death Valley
and the Cordillera* de la Sal, a highly recommended excursion. Head to Cejar
Lagoon, where the high concentration of salt will let you float without efforts,
just like in the Dead Sea! You can also visit the high altitude Altiplanic Lagoons
(Miscanti and Miñiques). If you are keen to get a better view of the landscape,
this part of the Andes has the highest peaks in the country, with a long list of
mountains or volcanoes to climb. The El Tatio geysers will shock you with huge
spurts of boiling water, but if you feel more like relaxing, check out the Puritama
Hot Springs. Make sure you go and visit some of the pre-Hispanic villages like
Toconao, Caspana and Chi-Chiu. Other interesting historical sites include the
Tulor Ruins, Pucará de Quitor, the church at the main plaza and the Padre Le
Paige Archaeological Museum.
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HOSTAL RURAL

Calama 257
(09) 75712844
info@hostalrural.cl
www.hostalrural.cl

Right in the centre of town (only 30
meters from the main street), Hostal Rural
is close to shops and restaurants, and has five
dorms with lockers and shared bathrooms to get a comfy night’s kip and
rest, taking shelter in the oasis before heading back out to the world’s
driest desert! Gaze at the uncountable stars with a night
time BBQ on their patio, chill out in the hammocks with a
good book, set up a ping pong tournament, challenge your
friends at a few old-fashioned board games, take a browse
at the original art and get a calming sense of
wellbeing, or get creative in the kitchen – there is plenty of
space to relax and unwind in this artistically refurbished, rustic
home. Make sure to speak to the friendly staff to get top tips
from locals and book a wide range of activities in the region.
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Pasaje Portal del Inca 486
Población Condeduque
This small hostel (max 22 guests) offers a more
(055) 2424783
personal experience with owners Fabiola and
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Alvaro ready to answer your every question www.backpackersanpedro.cl
about San Pedro. Their in-house tour agency
Backpackers San Pedro
offers private tours in a 4x4. With dorms limited
to six beds and private doubles (shared bathrooms), you don’t need to worry
about getting a peaceful night’s sleep (especially with their new, comfortable
beds); but if you want to hang out with other backpackers, a patio with BBQ,
cocktail & juice bar, bonfire (free wood) and hammocks is a good place to chill
out, or maybe rustle up some food together in the kitchen. The hostel is a 5 mins
walk to the town centre and they will give you a
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TURISMO LAYANA

Tocopilla 429-B
There is a lot to fit in at San Pedro! The (055) 2560233 – (09) 90893109
turismolayana@hotmail.com
otherworldly Tatio Geysers, the unique
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Valle de la Luna, the stunning Tara salt
flat, beautiful Cejar and Altiplánicas lagoons, colourful Rainbow Valley,
Puritama’s natural thermal pools, Guatín trekking and many more trips are
offered by Turismo Layana.
The experienced team of bilingual guides will make sure you get to see
all the highlights with none of the hard work organising how to get there.
If you want to get active in the Atacama desert,
you can rent a bike or go horseriding with
Layana too. And for those looking for a bit of
exclusivity ask about
their private tours.
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LA SERENA
La Serena is the 2nd oldest city of Chile. It has its own architectural style, and these
old colonial style buildings have been carefully conserved as National Monuments.
Visit the Archaeology Museum, which has a collection of objects from pre-Hispanic
cultures, and St. Agustin’s Church with its impressive eclectic style. Avenida del
Mar has the majority of restaurants, pubs and clubs, and La Recova Market is
the best in La Serena for typical food and crafts. La Serena also has an excellent
sky for star-gazing, so head to one of the many observatories outside of town, the
most popular is Mamalluca in Vicuña village. Make sure you visit Isla Damas for
the wildlife - you can see Humboldt penguins, sea lions, pelicans, dolphins, as well
as go kayaking, sailing, fishing, scuba diving or picnic in the park!
Just 12km south of the city you’ll come to Coquimbo, the most important port
of the area. You can take a boat trip around the bay, go up the giant cross Cruz
del Tercer Milenio for an excellent view or grab a beer in the Barrio* Ingles,
the lively bohemian section of town.
This region has some excellent beaches for swimming and water sports, which makes
La Serena the summer hot spot for tourists. It can get very crowded in season, so
make sure you reserve your accommodation in advance.

In the heart of the historical centre
of La Serena, near great restaurants,
bars, supermarkets and banks, this
ecohostel is ideally located for exploring the city. However Ají Verde
hostel is fully equipped to keep you entertained inside too... fuseball
tournaments, darts championships, wine tasting, friendly tourist tips,
BBQs, pizza parties, movie nights, a library, games, a terrace with a
panoramic view (with binoculars!) and pisco evenings are sure to help
you pass some time and make new friends with other backpackers
as well as with the bilingual staff! Stay in one of their dorm rooms, or their
private doubles, twins or quads, and make good use of the
communal kitchen, laundry service, lockers, heating
and 24 hour reception in case you need help at any
time of the day or night.
Aji Verde Hostel

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HOSTAL EL ARBOL

Eduardo de la Barra 29
(051) 2216053
A really beautiful house, recently renovated,
contacto@hostalelarbol.com
located in the middle of the historic center
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of La Serena at only 4 blocks from the bus
terminal, next to the Japanese Garden and very close to supermarkets, laundry
places, restaurants and pubs. This is a very cozy and small hostel where
service and cleanliness is a top priority. There are 4 and 8 bed dorms equipped
with lockers and matrimonial and twin rooms with comfortable beds and bed
covers (towels included for everybody). All bathrooms are shared but they
are brand new and absolutely spotless. You’ll definitely enjoy
their delicious breakfast and you can show your cooking skills
in the fully equipped kitchen. There is also a patio perfect to
chill out, surrounded by trees and lots of flowers, with tables,
umbrellas and a BBQ-grill. In winter time there
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ELQUI VALLEY
The crystal clear and unpolluted skies of the Elqui Valley, east of La Serena, make this area
a world famous spot for observing the universe. Lots of people come every year to gaze at
the marvelous starry skies, and to take a peek through high tech telescopes at the Mamalluca
Observatory, the Observatory del Pangue, or at one of the various other places. The contrast
of super dry mountains with an ultra green strip of vineyards and agricultural land in the middle
is a very special sight. The beauty of the valley in combination with the hills and the nearby
Andes mountains make it a perfect location for outdoor activities like horseback riding, hiking
and mountain biking. The Elqui Valley is covered with vineyards, where grapes are normally
used to produce delicious pisco, the famous alcoholic drink from Chile. Visit the modern
Capel distillery only 1,5km from Vicuña, it’s the biggest producer in Chile, or taste this magic
potion at a smaller artisan distillery like Los Nichos in the Pisco Elqui area.
Vicuña, at 63km of La Serena, is the major town of the valley with a pleasant main square
and a prominent red landmark, the Bauer Tower. Staying at Pisco Elqui, a cozy village 42km
further gives you the real valley experience where the valley is more narrow and closer to the
high Andes. Yoga classes, meditation, massage, tarot reading, astrology and reiki are all available
for people who are into spiritual growth and natural healing. Nearby is Montegrande where the
Chilean Literature Nobel Prize winner, Gabriela Mistral, grew up. You can visit the Museum and
her tomb. ATTENTION: banks and gas station only in Vicuña, not in Pisco Elqui!
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HOSTAL SAN PEDRO

Arturo Prat n/n - PISCO ELQUI
Cell: 9 4442575 / (051) 2451061
A beautiful garden with exotic fruits,
ecohostalsanpedro@hotmail.com
a swimming pool to take a dip in the
www.hostalsanpedro.cl
summer and a big smile from the friendly
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owner Santiago: Hostal San Pedro is a
really cool place to hang out in Pisco Elqui. Dorms or private single and double
rooms with shared bathroom are offered (towels included) and a kitchen is
at your disposal. Breakfast is included in high season. Yoga classes available.

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PARALELO 30 AVENTURA

Located next to the hostel, Paralelo 30 Aventura is a reliable travel agency
that shows you the most special spots to discover in the Elqui Valley.
- Bicycle rental and tours to explore the area’s nature and its pisco vineyards.
- Astronomy tours to gaze the stars at one of the observatories.
- Horseback riding to ride up into the mountains to enjoy the landscape.
- Trekking in the surroundings of Pisco Elqui or higher up in the mountains.
- Exciting canopy tours.
French, English and Portuguese spoken!

VIÑA DEL MAR
Viña del Mar is the ultimate beach city and party town in the summer time, located
only 120km from Santiago. With one of the biggest international music festivals in
South America in February, summer is peak season for Viña crowded with Chileans
and tourists alike. During the rest of the year it is quieter, called the “Garden City”
because it is beautiful all year round with lots of flowers and vegetation. Check out
the Flower Clock for timeless beauty and nature lovers will like visiting the Jardín
Botánico Nacional (Botanical Gardens) and Quinta Vergara Park. The beaches are
normally the top reason for visiting Viña, and the beach to be seen on is Reñaca, but check
out the smaller beaches for quieter lounging spots. If you want to see the local sea lions
stop off at the Mirador Lobos Marinos on the road from Reñaca to Concón. Culture
vultures will want to visit the art deco Casino, the original moai from Easter Island
standing outside the Museo de Arqueología e Historia
Francisco Fonck and the Museo Municipal de Bellas
Artes (fine arts museum) with paintings from the 15th
to 19th century. The city center is compact enough so
you can explore it by foot or horsedrawn carriage. After
enjoying the restaurants, bars and clubs at night, chill out
during the day in the parks, or on the beach of course!
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KALAGEN HOSTEL

Calle Valparaíso 618
VIÑA DEL MAR
This colourful hostel has all the comforts
(032) 2991669
and commodities of a B&B at hostel
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prices. You can stay in a private or shared
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room (with private or shared bathrooms
and lockers in dorms) but either way you’ll get all your
sheets and linen provided as well as being able to use
the fully equipped kitchen, home theatre with a loads
of films, library, games and BBQ. Open all year round,
the young and fun bilingual staff will help you book local
tours, or take you out to the local clubs as well as organising
regular parties in the hostel. Their city centre location is only 3 blocks
from the bus station, a block from the ‘Plaza de Viña’ and near to all the
nightlife and attractions of Viña del Mar!

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VALPARAISO
Valparaíso, a 1.5 hour drive from Santiago, is a charming town of historical
architecture built on 45 steep hills that look out onto the Pacific Ocean.
Cerro* Concepción and Alegre are the lively, bohemian parts of town, which
probably gave Valparaíso its reputation as a place of poets, painters and dreamers.
The city has a great nightlife and is full of multicoloured private residences that
seem to be stacked atop each other on the hillside. The best way to get around
Valparaíso is on foot and using one of the 14 ancient “elevators”, remarkable feats
of engineering that creak their way up the impossibly steep hillsides. These elevators
and the historical sector of town have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Interesting attractions include the Museo La Sebastiana, the old home of the
famous Chilean poet, Pablo Neruda, as well as the Centro Cultural Ex-Carcel,
the open-air museum, the natural history museum and the
Museo de Bellas Artes. Head to Mirador Diego Portales
for a great lookout, catch a boat ride on the inner harbour or
follow the wine route to the Casablanca Valley. To get back
to nature, the Parque Nacional La Campana has beautiful
hiking trails. Just 5 km from Valparaíso is Viña del Mar, one
of the more chic cities in Chile with modern architecture
and trendy beaches.
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HOSTAL CASA AVENTURA

Pasaje Gálvez 11, Cerro Concepción
(032) 2755963
Hostal Casa Aventura is a perfect place to
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spend a few days relaxing in Valparaíso.
www.casaventura.cl
The hostel is located in Cerro Concepción,
the historical part of the city, and close to numerous
restaurants, bars and cafes. There are 8 rooms with high
ceilings, including 3 small dorms, 4 double/twin rooms
and 1 single room, all with shared bath. The common
space has a large table to sit around and socialize, and
there is a spotless kitchen with everything a self caterer
would need. Casa Aventura welcomes young travelling
families - children below 13 can even come free
(although they must be accompanied by their parents...)! The owners and
young staff are fantastic hosts and will go out of their way
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Hostal Casa Verde Limón is a
Cumming 196, Cerro Cárcel
gorgeous renovated house with a
(032) 2121699
unique design and plenty of light,
info@casaverdelimon.com
where they also teach Spanish and art
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classes. The house was decorated by an
artist with bright, colourful walls, antique furniture and paintings, and unusual
circus features, like a trapeze! You can climb up and try out your circus skills!
Located just steps from the center of Valparaíso, 2 blocks
up from the Plaza Anibal Pinto, the hostel has both private
rooms and dorms, all with shared bath, towels and comfy
mattresses. All rooms have cable TV except the dorm.
For extra privacy, stay in their miniloft, complete with a
private bath and kitchen. Help yourself to free tea and
coffee 24/7, swap a book and relax for the afternoon,
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BED & BREAKFAST GIRASOLES

Almirante Montt 169, Cerro Alegre
(032) 2331024
Like a brightly coloured sunflower in
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the middle of Valparaíso’s stunning
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historical centre, B&B Girasoles has
Hostal Girasoles Valparaíso
a real family feeling that will make you
feel at home. The owners and staff bring a genuine warmth to the place
and there is attention to detail in all the furnishings and decoration in
each room. Right in the heart of Cerro Alegre, you are in the middle of the
cultural, gastronomical and art hub of the city and only five minutes from
the centre of Valparaíso with the shops, transport links and banks. In a
Porteño style construction, the house has 10 rooms: one dorm with 7 beds
(shared bathroom), private doubles, singles, twins, triplet and
quad (with shared or private bathroom)
and a kitchen which guests can use as
well as an outdoor terrace for smokers.

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Hostel Polanco has two hostels: Cerro
Alegre and Plaza Victoria, offering a friendly
environment where you will feel like at
home. The locations are perfect for exploring
Valparaíso: Plaza Victoria is a century old house in the commercial heart of the city
centre and Cerro Alegre is only one block from the UNESCO zone with a garden
and BBQ area (breakfast included). A mixture of dorms and private rooms (doubles
with cable TV, single and family rooms) are available in both hostels (shared bath),
as is a totally equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi and a pay separately washing machine to
keep your socks fresh! Upon arrival you receive tourist information
including local activities, maps and all the recommendations,
and everyday there is a free walking tour (Spanish and English)
to Valparaíso’s historical areas.
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CHILEAN CUISINE COOKING CLASS

Cerro Artillería
(near 21 de Mayo)
One of the best things about Chile is the
Cell: (09) 66214626
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It is a fun day of cultural immersion and you will be able to prepare the
dishes when you get back home and impress your family and friends!
Excellent local vinos are included and there is also a
seasonal option for an organic class and wine tour
combination cooking classes as well.

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SANTIAGO
Santiago is the urban nucleus and heart of Chile; the financial, cultural, and political
center of the country. Like any international city, it’s full of attractions, events, culture
and nightlife.
* Plaza* de Armas: is the main square in downtown Santiago, which dates from the
1540’s when Pedro de Valdivia founded the city. Here you’ll see street artists and plenty
of local art for sale. You can also check out the Cathedral of Santiago.
* La Moneda Palace: this neoclasical building is the Presidential house of Chile. Its high
walls are witnesses of the country’s history, including the bombing during the Military
Coup in 1973 when former president Salvador Allende died. Make sure to visit the
courtyard where you willl find awesome sculptures by Chilean artists. Be sure to toss a
coin into the fountain and make a wish.
* San Cristóbal Hill: for great views of the city take a ride up in the funicular to the
top and visit the statue of the Virgin Mary. The hill also has a Zoo and a Wine Museum.
* Santa Lucia Hill: right in Santiago Centro, this hill provides another great view of the city
and the Andes mountains. There are various statues, lookouts and ponds hidden all over
the hill. Don’t miss the mural dedicated to Gabriela Mistral, Chilean Nobel Prize winner.
* Bellavista, Brasil, Ñuñoa and Lastarria: are the funky, bohemian neighbourhoods of the
city and have the best nightlife with great bars, discos and restaurants.
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* Memory and Human Rights Museum: learn about the recent history of Chile at this
museum dedicated to the events which took place between 1973 and 1990. Walk around
and see the photos, press clips and videos testifying the years of terror and repression of
the dictatorship under military rule. Admision free.
* Museo Bellas Artes and Museo de Arte Contemporaneo: both host some of the best
contemporary art works in the country. Admision free on Sundays.
* La Chascona: situated in Bellavista, it is one of the 3 homes of Chilean poet Pablo
Neruda. The place has an amazing collection of things from all over the world and it also
hosts his Nobel Prize.
* Skiing and Snowboarding: just an hour and a half from the city there are high quality ski
resorts. Check out Valle Nevado, Farellones or La Parva for winter powder.
* Mercado Central: walk around this lively market and
admire the fresh fish and seafood. Then have a meal at one
of the restaurants and taste exquisite Chilean seafood. From
here check out La Vega Central, the biggest fruit market in
Chile, just across the river from Mercado Central.
* Winery Tours: for wine buffs, two great wineries to visit
are Viña Concha y Toro and Viña Cousiño Macul.

PUELMAPU TURISMO SUSTENTABLE
Cell: 84261827 / 93333934
Puelmapu Turismo is a young family
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surrounding areas. The bilingual guides’
goal is giving you an entertaining tour
and teaching you about nature, geography and history of the indigenous people,
bringing you in close contact with locals and their culture. A wide range of excursions
is offered for all levels of fitness, on foot, with transport or a combination of both:
Cerro San Cristóbal - Cerro Santa Lucía - Parque Natural Aguas de Ramón - Santiago
by Sunset - Cerro el Roble & Caleu - Cuncumén village (bread making workshop)
- Pomaire artisan village - Valparaíso - Viña del Mar - Lago Peñuelas Reserve - Río
Clarillo Reserve - Yerba Loca Natural Sanctuary - and more!

The accommodation is of top standard with beds that allow you to get
excellent rest, spacious and modern bathrooms, and big bedrooms each
with their own unique style. Lots of different meeting areas give you
complete peace and maximum interaction and fun with other guests.
You can enjoy ping pong championships, games of pool, reading, sunbathing
on the big terraces, dipping in the swimming pool (at summer time) or hanging
out at the pool bar, and wine tastings among other activities. The hostel has
Wi-Fi to keep you connected and there are computers if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have your
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Happy House Hostel is located in the traditional and bohemian Brasil
neighbourhood, 15 minutes by foot from the historic center of Santiago
and only two blocks from the Los Heroes and Centropuerto metro stops
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CASALTURA - The Boutique Hostel

San Antonio 811. Downtown
(02) 26335076
CasAltura is a 2-story, boutique hostel in a
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restored 1912 neoclassical building right in
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downtown Santiago. Here, you’ll be just beside
the Parque Forestal, a block from the Central Market for great Chilean seafood,
and two blocks away from the metro stop at the Plaza de Armas.
Walk around to all the great historic and heritage areas, or simply relax in the
hostel’s TV room, around the foosball table or on the rooftop terrace with BBQ grill
and great panoramic views of downtown and the Andes.
Choose from private (twin or matrimonial) or shared rooms
and enjoy the onsite amenities like laundry, lockers, open
kitchen, tourist information and use of quality towels,
linens and comfy mattresses.
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Hostal Río Amazonas is located just 2
blocks from the main metro station,
Baquedano, close to the city’s main
attractions and happening neighbourhoods. The hostel is a charming large house with stained glass
windows, hardwood floors, acoustic insulation, a nice open
patio and well decorated lounge areas. All rooms are private
and have ensuite bath (no dorms, bunk beds or shared
bathrooms here!). They fit from 1 to 5 people and have central
heating, TV and telephone. Personally attended by its owners and English and
French-speaking staff, this hostel has a warm family atmosphere where you’ll
be served a homemade continental breakfast. They provide
services of laundry, bar, book exchange, airport shuttle,
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HOSTAL BELLA 269 BOUTIQUE

Bellavista 269, Recoleta
(02) 27327894
This modern and chic hostal takes backpacking
to another level. With brand new, specially reservas@hostalbella269.com
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designed rooms with beds that are actually
good for your back, you can take your pick between five rooms from
private doubles or a triple (ensuite and with satelite TV), to a boys dorm, a
girls dorm or a mixed dorm (all private bathrooms). This lovingly restored
90 year old house has 3 levels and a panoramic view of the city and
the San Cristóbal hill and is located in the heart of Bellavista, next to
the Fine Arts Museum, shops and bars with the metro 5 mins away. The
helpful staff can help book all your excursions and also offers
private tours, but you might want to stay in occassionally for
their film nights, patio (with BBQ) and common areas, wide
screen TV/DVD, play station and large kitchen!

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PLAZA DE ARMAS HOSTEL

Compañía 960, apt 607. Downtown

(02) 26714436
Situated on Santiago’s main square,
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- all at hostel prices. You can practically walk everywhere
from here but if you want a bit of guidance, join one of their free city
tours (every day except Sunday). There’s plenty to keep you busy in the
hostel too with weekly asados, regular activities (pub crawls, winery and
mountain excursions, and more),
and communal spaces and kitchen
to chill out in.
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PICHILEMU
Pichilemu is a surfer’s paradise: sick waves, laid back charm and a great party scene. A sleepy
surfer town most of the year, it really steps up a notch in the Summer months when crowds pour
in for the wild beaches and even wilder beach parties. But there is more than just the waves...
During the day, meander through the town visiting the street markets (a great veg/fruit
market Wed & Fri mornings), San Andres de Ciruelos church and museum and the beaches
in the town. Along the beachfront is the old promenade, former casino (with changing art
exhibitions) and the pretty gardens designed by local legend Agustin Ross Edwards who tried
to turn the town into a resort for Santiago’s rich. Don’t miss the small chapel underneath the
park: carved out of the rocks, it is a strange homage to the Virgin Mary and molten candle wax.
For more solitude and a cool crowd, head 6km out of town to the famous Punta de Lobos
– where the surf really picks up and the beer bottle clink at sunset. This picturesque rock
peninsula creates an ideal barrier from the wind and one of the world’s greatest surf rips
harvesting waves of 15 meters, attracting top surfers and hosting championships in October
and December. This is also a great place for whale spotting and bird watching and it is on
the way to the salt flats, heated baths, large lake (with exotic flora) and some great trekking
(20 mins from the centre). For an adrenaline hit, try canopying across the beach, taking
kitesurf or surf lessons.

HOSTAL PUNTA DE LOBOS
If you are in Pichelemu to surf, watch
the surf or just enjoy the view, Hostal
Punta de Lobos is the perfect place.
With dorm-style rooms with shared bath
or private cabanas right on the beach
you have an uninterrupted view of the
sea and the revered Punta de Lobos rip
(and whales in season).
Set in the middle of Mother Nature with
peaceful sea-view terraces, this is the
place to relax… but also to
party! The hostal organizes
BBQs, bonfires and visits
to the local beach parties
and clubs.

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Sector Medialuna Catrianca n/n
Punta de Lobos
(09) 87200671
hostalpuntadelobos@gmail.com
www.hostalpuntadelobos.cl
During the day you can take
advantage of the free bikes to
explore the area or get your toes wet
with a surfing or kite surfing lesson
or trek the nearby hills. Let your hair
down and get your flip flops on!

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PUCON
Undisputed capital of adventure tourism and nature in Chile, Pucón has an
enticing mix of lakes, waterfalls, volcanoes, national parks and hot springs.
The highlight is definitely climbing the Villarrica Volcano, the smoking monster
that dominates the scenery and is one of the 10 most active volcanoes in the
world. You can actually climb to the top and peer into the crater to see the
molten lava! After, head to one of many hot springs in the area and soak your
tired muscles or relax swimming and sunbathing in Villarrica Lake, which also
offers many water sport activities.
Adrenaline junkies should try white water rafting down the Trancura River. Its
class 4 rapids are guaranteed to get your heart beating!
Anything you may want to do - from cycling, skydiving,
trekking, horseback riding, canyoning, hydrospeed,
canopy, skiing to snowboarding - you’ll find it here!
Winter to summer Pucón is a backpacker and adventure
tourism haven that has activities for everybody!

Come to rest your body, mind
and spirit at Casa Satya. If you’re
looking for a tranquil place to take
in nature, meet fellow travellers and have a glass of Chilean wine, this is
the place for you. It is located a few meters behind TurBus terminal and
a supermarket and less than a 10-minute walk to downtown and the lake
beach. In this beautiful 2 storey wooden house with a gorgeous garden and
volcano views, options to stay are bedrooms for 1 to 4 people with private
or shared bathroom. There is a fully equipped kitchen and a comfy living
room with TV. You’ll love their in-house relaxing and therapeutic massages,
Shiatsu, new facility for yoga and fitness classes, sauna
and modern woodburning fires throughout to
keep you nice and warm! English, Spanish,
French and German spoken.

Avda. Bernardo O’Higgins 635
(045) 2441373
Come to Pucón to climb a volcano, take
turismo@politur.com
on roaring river rapids or trek in the vast
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national parks! Politur can take you on
all these adventures and more! Their professional guides are bilingual
and include some European interns during the high season. Their office is
located on Pucón’s main street and they’ll help you live the vacation you’ve
always dreamed of!
Tours to…
Villarrica Volcano
Whitewater Rafting (Grade 3-4 rapids)
Hot springs / Horseback ride
Canopy / Zip-line / Rappel / Canyoning
Ski & Snowboard
Trek in the national parks (Huerquehue, Cañi, Lagos Andinos)

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The ideal place to relax and enjoy nature at
its fullest, Kod Kod is 20 minutes away from
Pucon town at the foot of Cañi Sanctuary.
This is natural food with a heart - Kod Kod uses really fresh, simple ingredients,
locally-produced and, where possible, grown in their our own organic
vegetable gardens. Their sustainable policy means low food miles, precycling
and recycling, composting and fair treatment of animals. Healthy doesn’t mean
boring though! Along with a delicious variety dishes including Venison Pie,
Tofu Curry, salads, nachos and homemade pastas you will find artisanal beers,
fresh juice, cocktails and wine. Sit inside or out on the
terrace and enjoy the woodland setting while children
can keep busy in the play area. Keep your ear open for
their twice weekly live music during the Summer! If you
can’t pull yourself away from this naturelover’s paradise you can stay
at one of the three cabins!
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VALDIVIA
Valdivia, “The City of Rivers”, is located about 15 km from the Pacific coast,
where the Calle Calle, Valdivia and Cau Cau Rivers converge. Valdivia was the site
of the largest earthquake in recorded history - a 9.5 on the Richter scale in
1960. In the 17th century, the Spanish heavily fortified the point where the
Río Valdivia and the Río Tornagaleones joins the Pacific. Today, the remains of
these fortifications at Corral, Niebla and Isla Mancera are a strong reminder
of its colonial past. Spend a few hours cruising the rivers to visit historical and
cultural sights as well as the region’s wildlife in the nature reserves. Parque
Saval and Laguna de los Lotos are a haven for nature lovers and the coastal
boulevard is perfect for an afternoon stroll. On the riverside is the Feria Fluvial,
a market with local food, fish and handicrafts. Just across the river is Teja
Island, home to the beautiful Museo Histórico y Antropológico with a collection
of pre-Columbian and Mapuche Indian artifacts.There are many breweries in
the area and one of them is the traditional Cervecería Kunstmann, where you
can taste the ales, enjoy German food and visit the beer museum. Other foodie
delights here include fine seafood and local chocolate. A day trip that can’t be
missed is to Niebla to visit the 17th century fort, the Feria Costumbrista to try
local delicacies and to enjoy the beaches (accessible by local bus).
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Open year round, Hostal Internacional
offers a warm and pleasant service.
Recently renovated, everything is made of wood, nicely decorated and very clean.
It is located in the centre of Valdivia, three blocks from the bus terminal, the
main plaza, four blocks from the sea front and in front of a Shopping Mall with
a supermarket. The hostal offers rooms (dorms, double, twin, triple and quad)
all with private bathrooms, cable TV and fresh towels. A fantastic breakfast is
included with tea, coffee, milk, yoghurt, cheese, cold cuts, juice, fruit, bread
and jams. Please keep in mind that the kitchen is not available to use, only to
warm up food. They also have fully equipped cabins that accommodate up to 4
people with living room, full kitchen and maid service (breakfast
not included). Facilities are a communal living
room with big tables, central heating, security
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HOSTAL DEL MUELLE

(I) Yungay 736

This hostel actually has two different places (II) Los Castaños 010 - Isla Teja
(063) 2437006 - (09) 99387010
to stay. The first is open year round in its
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prime location in the historic neighbourhood,
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half a block from the sea front and only
three blocks from the main plaza. The second is only open in the summer
(dec - mar) but makes an idyllic summer spot, located on Teja island, a
10 minute walk across the bridge from the main square, and has a huge
garden with a perfect river view which is begging for you to enjoy a glass
of wine and some cheese at sundown. Both places have beautiful antique
decoration and living rooms to relax in and almost all of their rooms (single,
double, twin, triple and family rooms) have private bathrooms and cable TV.
The owners are really ‘buena onda’ and will help
you decide what to do with your time here and
make sure you get a hearty breakfast each
morning. The prices will keep your wallet
pleased and you can use the communal
kitchen to cook up some of your own
food if you like (no fried food allowed).
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PUERTO VARAS
On the shores of Llanquihue Lake, Puerto Varas is an adventure tourism hot
spot located just 20 km from Puerto Montt, with buses shuttling between
the two almost every five minutes.
It’s a jaw-dropping place where you can admire both Osorno and Calbuco
Volcanoes’ snow-capped peaks while partaking in many adventure activities.
Try to stay in the boat while white water rafting, scream your lungs out
canyoning in the Blanco River or attempt to summit one of the volcanoes.
Nearby lies the Vincent Pérez Rosales National Park, a great place to
mountain bike, hike, canopy, horseback ride or sea kayak in the Lago de
Todos Los Santos. Northeast of Puerto Varas lies the tranquil town of
Ensenada where you can sail and sport fish to your heart’s content. From
here, continue on along the Petrohué River to hike the forests and soak in
the hot springs and to witness the beautiful Saltos de Petrohué, a series of
waterfalls formed via erosion of the black volcanic rock, basalt.
Cochamó Valley is another nature-rich area just 90 km from Puerto Varas
where climbers try to conquer the 1,200 m granite walls. There you can
get your hiking boots dirty amongst 3,000-year-old trees and Andean ice
melt streams.

HOSTAL CASA AZUL

Manzanal 66 corner Rosario
(065) 2232904
Charming wood walls and beautiful
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details make this hostel as cozy as it is
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harmonious. Find your Chi in the Japanese
Garden amongst Bonsai trees and a rainbow of Koi Fish, or test
your language skills with the German–Chilean family who also
speaks English. It’s just a 5 minutes walk from the city center and Lake
Llanquihue, with beautiful views of the Osorno Volcano. They offer dorms
or private rooms with single, double and twin beds with private or shared
bathrooms. All rooms have central heating, so you will stay toasty warm in
winter. The laundry service, fully equipped kitchen and book exchange are
nice benefits. You’ll love the buffet breakfast,
complete with whole wheat bread, their special
müsli, eggs and bottomless coffee cups. Yum!
They offer individual
Movie nights on a
excursions. Visit their website.
wide screen TV!
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Compass del Sur is set in picturesque Puerto
Varas in a classic colonial house with large private rooms and dorms, including
single, double, twin, triple, quadruple and quintuple (private & shared
bathrooms), a pretty garden patio (with camping space and free parking), a
fully equipped kitchen and a cozy ‘internet’ lounge. Get a good night’s rest in
the box spring beds and wake up to a hearty breakfast with homemade bread.
Compass is located in a peaceful, historic barrio* by
the park, train station and 5 minutes from the lake,
downtown and bus station. You can book all the
regular excursions here, as well as their own which
are guided by the trilingual owner. Compass also
offers laundry service, airport pick up and bike &
car rental.

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At Hostal Vermont “2” you can
find everything you need: comfortable beds
in the spacious dorms with lockers and private rooms, clean bathrooms, a fully
equipped kitchen, a beautiful backyard, free parking, and of course the opportunity
to meet travellers from all around the world, especially at their weekly asado.
Located on some steps above the pedestrian street a short walk from downtown,
really close to popular bars, nightclubs, restaurants, cafes, supermarkets and the
beach is just a few minutes away. The staff can help you book fun
nearby activities (reception open 8am till 11pm) and you can rent bikes
to visit the beautiful coast line and Puerto Varas on two wheels!
The bilingual and enthusiastic owner, Chilean Sirce, would love
to welcome you to this, her new hostel, in Puerto
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HUELLA ANDINA EXPEDITIONS

Cel: +569 75487967
Huella Andina is a young and professional
info@huellandina.com
company with plenty of experience run by
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brothers Matías and José Miguel.
They specialize in climbing the Osorno and Calbuco volcanos, can take
you ice climbing in a glacier or trekking from 1 to 7 days through Vicente
Pérez Rosales National Park. All the equipment and ropes they trust with
their own lives, so you can be sure you are in good hands too. With small
groups, you can get to know your other adventurers and feel good about
limiting your environmental impact on visiting one of the most stunning
mountain ranges in the World. To have a full volcano experience they also
offer a special tour where you can climb all the main
volcanos of the region!
Tours all year round!
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Call or email them to arrange tours and they will meet
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Specialists in adventure tourism, this
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adrenaline and nature junky! They are
located 44 km from Puerto Varas, in
Ensenada, an absolutely fabulous area with mountains, volcanoes and rivers.
Try out their following tours:
· Rafting, hydrospeed, kayaking and sports fishing on the Río Petrohue.
· Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes ascents (October – February).
· Mountain biking (tours or rental), trekking, and canopy.

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BARLOVENTO CABINS, HOSTAL AND CAMPING
Accommodation is also offered at their base in Ensenada on the waterfront of
the Llanquihue Lake, including double and triple rooms (shared bathroom),
cabins (3-6 beds) and camping. Kitchen and laundry service available.
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PUERTO MONTT
Because of its strategic location, Puerto Montt is the distribution centre and
connecting point to most of the tourist destinations in the south, including Chiloé
Island and the famous Carretera Austral (Southern Road).
You’ll find the Tepual International Airport, the ferry port and a main bus station here
in this capital of the Lakes Region. If you want to go to Ayacara or Chaitén (to get to
Futaleufú) look up Naviera Austral (www.navieraustral.cl). They also connect Chaitén
with Quellón and futher south.
Navimag ferry is another large ferry company whose trips are almost always fully
booked in summer, so reserve ahead if you have a strict itinerary.
Navimag offers trips to Puerto Chacabuco (1 day) as well as all the way to Puerto
Natales (3 days). Winding through the islands and fjords, these cruises amongst the
glaciers are enough of a reason to book the trip, if not to get to the actual towns. It’s
important to note that there is only one long-distance Navimag ferry per week, which
leaves on Fridays. Check www.navimag.com for the full schedules and to reserve.
While you’re waiting for your ship to come in, don’t miss walking along the Pelluco
Beach or having an amazing (and cheap) seafood meal at the Angelmó market. While
you’re there, visit the artisan market and cross to Tenglo Island by boat and hike up
its nature trail to the top for a great view of Puerto Montt and the Osorno, Calbuco
and Puntiagudo volcanoes.

HOUSE ROCCO BACKPACKER

Pudeto 233 corner Ecuador
(065) 2272897
This quiet, little hostel is conveniently
hospedajerocco@gmail.com
located close to all the Puerto Montt
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connections: bus station, Navimag ferry
port and an easy ride from the airport. Angelmo, the fish market and 100 little
restaurants, are within walking distance passing the string of souvenir shops.
Share the dormitory room with other travellers or enjoy some solitude in one
of the private rooms with a double bed, all with shared bathrooms. The hostel
is exceptionally clean! Muddy shoes are removed at the door and flip-flops
are provided to wear around the house. There is a fully
equipped kitchen, a comfy living room with Wi-Fi and
a smoking porch. Laundry service is available. Over a
delicious breakfast (with only real coffee), the owner,
Verónica, will give you enough information to fill a
trekking backpack!
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NAVIERA AUSTRAL

Angelmó 1673, Puerto Montt
(065) 2270432
Naviera Austral is a passenger, cargo and
contacto@navieraustral.cl
vehicle carrier ferry company that offers a
www.navieraustral.cl
regular transportation service connecting Puerto
Montt, Chiloé and the Carretera Austral (Southern Road) up to Puerto Chacabuco.
They operate the following routes all year round:
* Chaitén Route: Puerto Montt – Ayacara – Chaitén. (4 times a week.)
* Chiloé Route: Quellón (Chiloé) - Chaitén. (1-3 times a week)
* Patagonian Channels Route: North Coast of Aysén - Quellon - Melinka - Raúl Marín
Balmaceda - Santo Domingo- Melimoyu - Puerto Gala (Toto Island) - Puerto Cisnes Puerto Gaviota (Caleta Amparo) - Puerto Aguirre - Puerto Chacabuco.
You can buy tickets for a bunk bed in a cabin (with four beds each),
for a reserved seat or as a foot passenger with no assigned seat.
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sate your hunger for adrenaline with rafting, kayaking, canopy or horse
riding - this professional company aims to give you full satisfaction. They
are also ecologically sustainable and the office is ideally located in the bus
station of Puerto Montt but you can also make online payments!
Full and half day tours to:
Petrohue / Chiloé Island
Alerce Andino Park / Carretera Austral
Puyehue Thermal Pools / Hornopiren
Calbuco Penguins / Osorno Volcano
Maillen Island / Curanto al hoyo
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CHILOE - ANCUD

CHILOE ISLAND - ANCUD
Chiloé is a string of 40 islands, the largest of which is Isla Grande de Chiloé. Of its
150 wooden churches scattered across the islands, 16 have been declared UNESCO
World Heritage Sites.
Ancud is the entryway to explore the island, located 90km south of Puerto Montt. It’s
a pretty seaside town with a bustling fishing port.
In town you can find many attractions: the Plaza de Armas with the Museo Regional de
Ancud just off the plaza, with an interesting collection of the early history of Chiloé and
a replica of a small sailing ship La Goleta Ancud. The Mercado Municipal (town market)
is a great place to sample the exquisite Chilote seafood and buy local handcrafts. 800m
from the plaza is the Fort San Antonio (built in 1770) with great ocean views, which was
Spain’s last stronghold in Chile after the War of Independence. Another old fort looking
out onto the sea is Fuerte Ahuí.
28km away on a dirt road, Magellan and Humboldt penguins coexist at the renowned
Pinguineras de Puñihuil penguin colony. These penguin colonies are on three small islands
and you can go round in guided boat trips from September to March. Chepu (38km southwest) has beautiful landscapes of beaches, rivers and wetlands. From the river’s estuary you
can trek along the long beach where after a 2hr-walk (aprox.) you’ll reach the penguin colony
at Ahuenco. From Ancud you can easily go on to explore Chiloé National Park.

PINGÜINERAS PUÑIHUIL

Playa Puñihuil n/n - ANCUD
Cel: (09) 83174302
Penguins are one of nature’s most unique
creations and visiting the penguin colony at contacto@pinguineraschiloe.cl
www.pinguineraschiloe.cl
Puñihuil is a must when being in Chiloé!
Three small companies work together in this eco-friendly project called
Ecoturismo Puñihuil, mainly offering boat trips to the Islotes de Puñihuil:
* Take a 30 minute guided boat trip to the islotes de Puñihuil to see the
penguin colony where both Magallen and Humboldt penguins coexist and
appreciate many birds and marine species. (August to March).
Tours from 10:30hs to 18:00hs and leave every 15 minutes.
* Take a longer 3-6 hour boat trip to go marine wildlife watching where you
might see blue whales, along with penguins, sea lions and other wildlife.
(December to April).
Make sure to reserve because space is limited to
avoid harming the environment. Call (09) 83174302!
- Bahía Puñihuil: boat trips and restaurant (09-96556780)
- Nativa Ecoturismo Marítimo: trekking and boat trips (09-81747592)
- Pinguinland: accommodation, restaurant and boat trips (09-90194273)

Hostel Mundo Nuevo is right
on the sea front, just one
block from the main plaza and
the bus terminal Cruz del Sur.
Uniquely, the wood constructed hostel uses a solar power for its hot
water and has a large glass greenhouse outside. There are all kinds of
accommodations – from dorms, singles, and doubles with shared bath, to
ensuite rooms with 2, 3 and 4 beds.
Even better, they all have a view of the ocean! Relax
on the seaview terrace, snuggle up in the cozy living
room, or cook up a storm in the fully equipped
kitchen. The owner speaks Spanish, English and
German and can help you
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13 LUNAS HOSTEL

Los Carrera 855
ANCUD
Chiloé is the kind of island that you end
(065) 2622106
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equipped kitchen and comfy new beds you
13 Lunas Hostel
can be sure to get some good rest. Right in
front of “Cruz del Sur” bus station and only a few blocks from the sea front
and the main plaza, this 1947 house/hostel is ideally located as a base to
explore the beautiful island. The friendly bilingual team can advise you on
island tours, but make sure you also take advantage of the BBQ and terrace
with a sea view, while you stay in one of the dorms,
private doubles or wheelchair accessible private rooms.
Ecofriendly 13 Lunas Hostel recycles, composts and
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CHILOE - CASTRO

CHILOE ISLAND - CASTRO
Castro, 87km south of Ancud, is the capital of Chiloé and the third oldest city in Chile,
after Santiago and La Serena. On the Plaza de Armas is the San Francisco Church, which
was constructed out of wood by local craftsmen in around 1910. Visit the port, artisan
fair, and be sure to check out the “palafitos” or wooden houses built on stilts above the
water. The Museo Regional contains artefacts from the aboriginal tribes that inhabitated
the island before the arrival of the Spanish.
Twenty km northeast of Castro, Dalcahue is an important artisan centre. Browse
through handcrafts and the local market, and don’t miss the Sunday “Feria de
Dalcahue” artisan fair. From Dalcahue you can take a boat to Quinchao Island where
you can visit the Santa Maria de Loreto Church, the oldest on the archipelago.
Chiloé National Park runs along the western coast. Cooler and wetter than the eastern
coast, this park is an ecosystem that includes dunes, Valdivian temperate rain forests,
swamps and peat bogs. Take a traditional or mountain bike tour or go camping and trek
on your own for a few days.
Twenty five km southwest of Castro you can visit Chonchi, “the town of the three
floors” because it was built on a hill.
Tantauco Park, in the south of the island, is a 118,000 ha nature reserve renowed
for its almost untouched rainforest with challenging treks that last 3, 5 or 11 days.
Camping and refuges are available.

CABAÑAS PALAFITOS LOS PESCADORES
Right on the sea front, these private
cabins are surrounded by beautiful
gardens and ideal sunset views on the
terrace to enjoy the beauty of Chiloé at
its best.

Choose between the 15 cabins either with two rooms or one that sleep up
to four people (twin, double and sofa beds). Whatever your chosen sleeping
arrangements are, you will definitely rest easy with the attractive interior
design, warming wood fires, fully equipped kitchen, bathrooms with hot water
and clean towels, Cable TV, wifi, maid service and outdoor terrace.
Ideally located to relax among the peace of
nature on the outskirts of town, you are 5 10 mins by bus or car from the centre and
the helpful, bilingual staff can advise you on
activities and tours to nearby islands.
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PALAFITO HOSTEL
The famous Palafitos de Gamboa
waterfront is speckled with
traditional houses on stilts
called “palafitos”. One of these
charming little bungalows is
home to Palafito Hostel, located
just 10 minutes from the Plaza
de Armas. The antique outside
doesn’t prepare you for the
absolutely stunning and
completely renovated interior.
Inside are 8 rooms, private
and dormitory, each with
private bathrooms.

Ernesto Riquelme 1210
Palafitos de Gamboa sector - CASTRO
(065)2531008
palafitohostel@gmail.com
www.palafitohostel.com
Two of the double-bed rooms have
balconies with spectacular views to
the Gamboa River. The kitchen is well
equipped for any culinary endeavor
and the common areas will keep you
well entertained with books and board
games. Ask the friendly staff about
fishing, horseback riding and all
the excursions available.

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HOSTEL PALAFITO CUCAO

On the way to the National Park
RURAL CUCAO
(065) 2971164
palafitocucao@gmail.com
www.hostelpalafitocucao.cl

Only a stone’s throw from the National Park
(200m), Hostel Palafito Cucao is at the
heart of Chiloé. This is the perfect place to
set off by foot, horse or kayak to explore.
Although the focus is to help you fall in love with the island and enjoy nature
at its best, guests are bound to become enamored with this stylish hostel built
of native wood and in harmony with nature which overlooks Cucao lake. There
is a kitchen available and a supermarket and restaurants are only 50m away.
The nine bedrooms, a mixture of dorms, private doubles and twins, all have
a terrace with a view of the lake, Wi-Fi, heating, hot water
24hrs a day and private bathrooms, but you won’t find a
TV in sight, because Hostal Palafito Cucao is about getting
back to the essentials of life, as nature intended.

In this beautiful old Spanish style
house you can enjoy your privacy with
comfortable and attractive double, triple
or quad heated rooms (all with private bathrooms, towels and cable TV) and
relax in the picturesque setting of Chiloé.
With a big breakfast offered each morning (includes bacon and eggs!) you will
have plenty of energy to explore the area, and the location, close to the Plaza
and the Cathedral, is ideal for shopping, sightseeing and getting transport to
other areas in Chiloé. The kitchen can be used for heating up food or making a
coffee, but if you want something larger to eat for dinner
you can go to Cafe&Grill La Brujula and get it charged to
your room. The English speaking staff can help you book
catamaran tours or visits
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Get out to sea and see the beauty of
Chiloé from a different perspective with
Mar & Magia’s catamaran tours. Take the
half day tour in the morning or afternoon and visit the Fiordo de Castro where
you can watch sea lions and see the Tauco colonial fort and different villages
on the way. Or spend a whole day out on the water where you can either
visit Quehui or Mechuque island which are both islands lost in time, a unique
opportunity to see how life has not changed here over the years. The full day
tour (7 hours approx) also includes a traditional lunch such as “curanto” or
roast lamb on the spit. Staff are professional and bilingual and the specially
designed catamaran was created with these tours
in mind and you can travel in comfort with a cafe,
cocktail bar and snack bar at hand
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CHILOETNICO

Ernesto Riquelme 1228
Barrio Palafitos de Gamboa - CASTRO
Let Chiloétnico show you Chiloé’s
Cel: 09-1353448 (24 hrs)
jaw-dropping national parks, nearby
(065) 2630951 (10:00 to 17:00)
islands, unique architecture of the
info@chiloetnico.cl
wooden houses and marvelous
www.chiloetnico.cl
churches. They run excursions all year round,
including mountain biking, trekking, horseback riding, kayaking, as well as
historical and tailor made tours. Rent camping equipment and a mountain
bike (always well maintained) to explore the island on your own. Located
just 7 minutes from Castro’s main plaza, the fantastic
Chiloétnico guides (who speak English, Spanish and
German) will give you all kinds of local knowledge about
the culture, history and environment. By the time you
leave, you’ll already be planning your return trip!
Chiloetnico
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CHILOETNICO is the official booking
agent for Tantauco Park, offering
unpararelled visitor’s advice.

Turismo Pehuen offers a wide range of tours
lead by expert guides. Become acquainted
with the history and beauty of Chiloé on an
excursion to the national park or the World Heritage Site churches. Take a
boat tour to explore the Islands of Mechuque, Quehui and Chelín, or snap a
few photos on a tour of the Penguins of Puñiguil. If you are looking to venture
to the stunning and remote Carretera Austral (Southern
Road), Turismo Pehuen has loads of information and offer
transport and accommodation bookings! Their office
is located half block from Castro’s Plaza de Armas.
Naviera Austral & Navimag Ticket Sales!

The Carretera Austral or “Southern Highway” stretches from Puerto Montt down
to Villa O’Higgins (over 1200 km). It’s an outstandingly beautiful area with thick
rainforests, stunning fjords, unbelievable glaciers, crystal blue lakes and rivers, snowcapped volcanoes, ancient trees, soothing hot springs, and rugged mountains. Don’t skip
this part of Chile if you love outdoor activities and adventure, or if you enjoy remoteness
and the most overwhelming landscapes!! There are no many banks and normally ATM’s
only take Mastercard, no Visa (exc. Coyhaique). Cellphone coverage only with ENTEL.
Hornopirén: the first village on the Carretera Austral is the base to visit the alpine
terrain of the Hornopiren NP with forests, lakes, rivers and glaciers.
Chaitén: This remarkable village was wiped off the map in 2008 by the Chaitén
Volcano. But the people bounced back and returned: CHAITÉN IS ALIVE AGAIN!!
Accommodation and shops are open, and tours are organized. A part of the village has
been left untouched to remind us of the destruction nature can cause. Chaitén is the
main hub to visit the fabulous and enormous Pumalín Park where you can admire glaciers,
waterfalls, verdant temperate rainforest, the Alerce trees of more than 3000 years
old, and the notorious Chaitén Volcano. After exploring the park, unwind in the El
Armarillo hotsprings (25km SE of Chaitén) or do a boat trip to the sea lion colonies
in the area. ATM AVAILABLE!

CHAITUR EXCURSIONES

O’Higgins 67 - CHAITÉN
Cell: 74685608 - (065) 731429
Chaitur Excursions is a small and
nchaitur@hotmail.com
friendly family-run company that
www.chaitur.com
will help you discover and enjoy this
Chaitur Excursiones
amazing area of Chile. They offer:
• Trips to Pumalin Park, including hikes to the ancient Alerce forest, with
trees over 3000 years old, and amazing waterfalls.
• Relaxing days at the natural hot springs in El Amarillo.
• Boat excursions to sea lion colonies.
• Rafting and kayaking on the world-famous Río Futaleufú.
• Trekking to the astounding Yelcho and Michimahuida glaciers.
• Chaitén Volcano photographic and ascent trips with geological and
ecological guiding. Views of the Chaitén Volcano’s Rhyolite Lava Dome.
• Walks along the black volcanic sands of Santa Barbara beach.
• Special trips, such as photography, fishing, birdwatching, trekking,
horseback riding and scientific investigations.
They’re located at the bus station in Chaitén village and can reserve your bus
seat to Puerto Montt, Futaleufú, La Junta, Puyuhuapi or Coyhaique, and plane or
ferry tickets. Open all year. Spanish, English and French spoken!
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FUTALEUFU
This village is a world famous mecca for kayaking and rafting: experts rate its
class 5+ rapids as within the top 3 in the world! It’s simply a must to grant
yourself the extreme adrenaline rush by doing a rafting trip on the dazzlingly
turquoise and wild Futaleufú river, or “big river” in native Mapuche. Rafting the
river is possible for all levels: novice to expert! Kayaking the strongest rapids is a
major challenge for experts. Just a mild walk away from the village, you can take
a look at some of the ferocious rapids at the Gelvez Bridge. But the Futaleufú
region has so much more up its sleeve for you! This area with lush green forests
and marvelous mountains begs to be explored! Put on your hiking boots or jump
on a mountain bike or horse to discover Eagle’s Rock and the Lake Espolón
Waterfalls at the Northeast Circuit, or the Las Escalas Circuit which follows
the banks of the Futaleufú river. The region’s towers and canyons also provide
for heart-thumping canyoning, rock climbing and rapelling. To enjoy water in a
calm way cruise the area’s lakes and more still rivers by kayak or canoe, or go
for some topnotch fly fishing. The nearby
border crossing, often used by travellers,
connects Futaleufú with the area of Esquel,
Argentina. ATM AVAILABLE!

HOSTAL LAS NATALIAS

Sector Noroeste n/n
The super friendly bilingual owner
FUTALEUFÚ
Cell: 61416305 - 96311330
Nathaniel made his dream come true and
hostallasnatalias@gmail.com
built a real backpacker’s hostel, located
www.hostallasnatalias.info
in a quiet spot just a 7 to 10 minute walk
from the plaza in Futaleufú. The gorgeous
hostel has a spacious kitchen and living room to hang out, relax and make
friends from all over the world. The location is amazing with spectacular views
and the place is so serene! Las Natalias has 3 dorms with lockers on offer and
3 private rooms (1 with ensuite bathroom). Enjoy the natural climbing wall next
to the hostel, take whitewater kayak lessons with Nathaniel and ask him, or
his ever popular mom, for more info about local culture, rafting, canyoning,
trekking, horseback riding, fishing and much more.
Clothes dirty from doing all those fun activities?
The hostel has a space for doing your laundry
yourself. Open all year round. May to October:
phone or email in advance.
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HOSTAL LA GRINGA CARIOCA

Sargento Aldea 498
Hostal La Gringa Carioca is a super cozy
FUTALEUFÚ
(065) 721260 / (09) 96599341
house with a big garden and magnificent
lagringacarioca@gmail.com
views of the Andes Mountains and the Río
Espolón, where you’ll be welcomed with
a big smile by the Brazilian owner Adriana. It’s just a few blocks from the plaza
in Futaleufú, but it feels like staying in the countryside. This place is a little
more expensive than a hostel, but the beauty and comfort in combination with
the impeccable service makes it a great value for money. A good night’s rest is
guaranteed in one of the old style, beautifully decorated private rooms: 3 twin
rooms and 1 triple with a matrimonial and single bed, all with private bathroom,
or in the junior room with a bunk bed and shared bathroom. Towels are included
and a delicious breakfast variety is served with eggs, pancakes, fruits, jams,
cheese, ham, cereals and more!
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TURISMO FORTIUS

Balmaceda 608 - A
FUTALEUFÚ
Located just one block from the main plaza
+ 56 9 94495273
in Futaleufú, Turismo Fortius delivers tourists
turismofortius@gmail.com
unforgettable memories of this gorgeous
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area. Ride a mountain bike through marvelous
sceneries, hike through the green forests and up
the mountains for fantastic views, do a kayak
trip on the crystal clear lakes and rivers, or
learn about the farmers lifestyle in Patagonia.
Programs available from half day to multi day trips and always in small groups to
make it a personal experience. Full day and multi day trips have meals included
and the expert guides are masters of the English language.
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PUYUHUAPI

PUYUHUAPI
Puyuhuapi is a quiet and peaceful village located at the far end of a fjord (220km
from Coyhaique), surrounded by hills and mountains covered with thick green
vegetation. Four young German immigrants founded it in 1935 and their
influence can still be noticed in the local architecture and cuisine. Stroll through
this tiny village and admire the local houses, the church, the beauty of the fjord
with the clouds drifting over the water in the morning and
the colourful fishing boats moored on the water. Four
species of dolphins play in the waters of Puyuhuapi and locals
take tourists on their little boats to observe the wonderful
fjord and these amazing creatures. Don’t miss out on the
Queulat National Park (entrance 24km south of Puyuhuapi) with rivers winding
through its fairy tale lush wilderness. The most popular route is the 3,2km hike
to the famous hanging glacier or “Ventisquero Colgante” where you can see and
hear the ice crashing down on the rocks. In summer you can take it easy and
hop on one of the small boats that navigate you across the Laguna Témpanos to
the glacier. Tired from being overwhelmed by the enchanting assets of Mother
Nature? Soak your bones in the hotsprings “Termas del Ventisquero” or the more
luxurious “Termas de Puyuhuapi”. This is pure pampering, with fantastic views as
a bonus! NO ATM AT THIS VILLAGE!

HOSTEL Y CABAÑAS AUGUSTO GROSSE
This is one of the only hostels with dorms
Camilo Henríquez 4
on the Carretera Austral; a gorgeous
PUYUHUAPI
building located in the village, completely (067) 2325150 – Cell: 9 88260638
constructed in wood and wonderfully hostalaugustogrosse@gmail.com
www.hostalaugustogrosse.cl
decorated. No big overcrowded dorms
here, but a very comfortable one with 4 beds with duvet covers and lockers.
Also 2 private rooms are available: 1 matrimonial room and 1 with a bunk bed.
Despite its small size, there are 2 bathrooms and towels are always included.
There is also a new cabin for up to 5 people with a matrimonial and a triple
room; a fairytale place to have an unforgettable stay. The hostel, as well as
the cabin, has a cozy living room with a wooden stove to heat you up and in
both a fully equipped kitchen is at your disposal. Don’t miss out on the many
activities in the area; the owners will gladly help you with recommendations and
reservations. Laundry service available. Open all year round.

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PUERTO AYSEN

COYHAIQUE & PUERTO AYSEN
Coyhaique is the capital of the region and the only city you’re going to encounter on the
Carretera Austral, so get all the Chilean pesos you are going to need (as there won’t
be many options) or buy the equipment you’re missing. Outdoor stores, supermarkets,
restaurants, banks, souvenir shops, and even some pubs. Do you plan to rent a car? Make
your deal here! Visit the Coyhaique National Reserve (about 5km from the city) where
you can do a wonderful day hike up to the top of the Cerro Cinchao with its moonlike
landscape and a magnificent 360 degree view.
The National Reserve Río Simpson is located along the road to Puerto Aysén and Puerto
Chacabuco. The river is flanked by dramatic rock formations and is known for kayak
descents, summer bathing and top-class fishing.
66km from Coyhaique to the west you’ll reach the second biggest place of the area, Puerto
Aysén. Spend some time here; you’ll be surprised of the beauty of the surrounding area
with its picturesque rivers and lakes, virgin green forest and stunning fjords. Kayaking on
the Aysén River and the Los Palos Lake, and boating the fjords are definitely highlights
of the trip and there are many trails to tackle by mountain bike or on foot, like at the
Aiken Park, a 220-hectare reserve on the shores of Riesco Lake. 14km away is Puerto
Chacabuco where the ferry arrives from Puerto Montt (www.navimag.com).

CABAÑAS AYELEN

Hernán Muñoz Torres 655
PUERTO AYSEN
Located near the Río Aysén in a quiet
Cell: 95990468 - 98988549
quarter of the village and close to a bus
ayelencontreras@gmail.com
stop, Cabañas Ayelén offers multiple
francisco@ayelenpatagonia.cl
comfortable and functional cabins for 1 up
www.ayelenpatagonia.cl
to 8 people. All cabins are constructed
in wood and are equipped with a bathroom, satellite TV, kitchen,
wood stove for heating and a terrace (towels included). You can
prepare a delicious asado* at the communal BBQ
area and work on your reflexes playing ping pong.
Ask to heat up the sauna (free of charge) and chill
out in the outdoor hot tub (additional charge). Inquire
with the owner about the dazzling kayak or boat tours he organizes,
the region hasn’t got any secrets from him. And definitely follow his
advice about walking and bicycle tours in the area. Open all year!

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VARONA RENT A CAR
Renting a car is the best way to explore
the extreme beauty the Carretera
Austral has to offer. It gives you the
freedom to decide when you want to
leave and where you want to stop to
take that perfect postcard picture!

A car gives you easy access to remote areas to see the most exceptional natural
wonders and to experience unforgettable adventurous activities. And who
doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to have the opportunity to spend the night at a serene spot under
a starry sky!
Hire a car with your travel buddies, or gather
some travellers together, and renting a car
is definitely affordable whether you take it
for just a day trip or for one or more weeks.
Choose a small urban car to do a comfortable
visit around Coyhaique (asphalt west to Puerto
Chacabuco, south to Cerro Castillo, north to
Puerto Cisnes), or one of the pick-ups, jeeps
or vans to tackle the Carreteraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gravel roads in the spirit of pure and true
adventure! A car is by far the quickest and most stylish manner to discover this
area of extraordinary natural art.
Varona is the leading and most
trustworthy Rent a Car company
on the Carretera Austral and also
the Mitsubishi and Nissan car dealer in the area, so all their vehicles regularly
undergo extensive inspection and maintenance in their own workshop.
They are located on the main entrance/exit of Coyhaique, at their Shell Petrol
Station. Inquire about the possibility of different pick-up and drop-off points.
Insurance and unlimited km. Open all year round!
Renting a car means FREEDOM! Sit down,
buckle up and enjoy some world class
road tripping!
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HOSTAL ESPAÑOL

Sargento Aldea 343
COYHAIQUE
Want to recover from your travels, or
(067) 2242580
have a good night’s sleep before doing
reservas@hostalcoyhaique.cl
an adventurous hike? Located just a few
www.hostalcoyhaique.cl
blocks away from the Plaza de Armas, the
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heart of Coyhaique, Hostal Español is very
good value for money for the high standard of comfort they offer!
The lovely rooms, with two single beds or a double bed, have a private
bathroom, TV and heating. Yummy breakfast with yoghurt, eggs, cereals, cheese
and ham… is all included!
Preparing your own home cooked meals? Opt for a well equipped apartment for
up to 4 people, with 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen and a cozy living room
with fireplace and unlimited wood.
Towels are provided and free parking is available!
The owners can help you with any reservations for transport
and trips. Open all year round!

If sleeping in a comfortable room and
having a private bathroom is vital
for you, then definitely go to Hotel
Austral. They have a wide selection of
ensuite single, double and triple rooms, all with cable TV, heating and
towels included. Your breakfast also includes cheese and ham and is
served in the pleasant communal area downstairs where you also find a
chill out corner with a TV.
Run by its owners and a helpful staff, they will gladly inform you about the
region and help with booking your excursions or transport. Hotel Austral is
a wooden building opened 365 days a year and is only a three block walk
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VILLA CERRO CASTILLO
Located 95km south of Coyhaique, Villa Cerro Castillo feels more like a
small settlement than a village, with only a few small streets and shops. But
this little town is dominated by the impressive basalt spires and glaciers of
its namesake, the Cerro Castillo National Reserve, a huge wild mountainous
area with glaciers and spectacular views. Cerro Castillo has the ingredients
to become “the new Torres del Paine” with the main difference that you will
hardly find anyone there! Villa Cerro Castillo, at the south end of the park,
is the perfect base to explore it. The people of the village are horseback
riding specialists, and the Ibañez valley is a wonderful spot to go for a walk or
ride. But the main attraction is going up into the park to the Cerro Castillo
Lagoon at 1600m with jaw-dropping views of the lagoon, a hanging glacier
and the valley. Go on horseback for the first half up and continue on foot, a
really unforgettable and recommendable experience, or do the whole ascent
with your own pure body strength. Hardcore hikers will definitely go for the
4-5 day hike starting from Las Horquetas Grandes at the northern entrance
of the park, a spectacular high route via glaciers, rivers and lakes, ending in
Villa Cerro Castillo. If you have all the equipment you can do the hike on
your own, otherwise you can rent it or hire a local guide in the village (we
recommend to hire a guide). NO ATM OR PETROL!

RESIDENCIAL & RESTAURANTE JANITO
Residencial & Restaurante Janito is a very
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affordable place to spend the night and
VILLA CERRO CASTILLO
to taste delicious food. It has a perfect
Cell: 73773110
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location in front of the Carretera Austral,
next to the bus stop, and with amazing
views of the Cerro Castillo mountain peaks! Get your rest in one of the private
rooms upstairs: ranging from single to quadruple. One double and a triple have
a private bathroom, in the others you’ll share it. Downstairs there is a very
convenient kitchen with a dining room and a living room with cable TV. Buffet
breakfast includes cheese and ham, and Margarita, the owner, can also cook you
a delicious lunch or dinner, or prepare you a sandwich or snack (non guests are
also welcome). She will gladly help you with extra info
or reservations for hikes or horseback riding.
Laundry service is possible and in her
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EXCURSIONES RUTA M.A.S - Horseback riding
Excursiones Ruta M.A.S., in the hands
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of experienced owner señor Manuel,
VILLA CERRO CASTILLO
offers a magnificent full day horseback
Cell: 66595392
ride up to the Cerro Castillo lagoon excursionesrutamas@hotmail.com
to enjoy breathtaking views at the
hanging glaciers and the mountain peaks that make this area famous! Condors,
huemuls and other fauna may be seen. Grilled meat, salads, potatoes, soup,
and even wine are included in lunch, all prepared with passion by his wife
Rosa. If you have limited time, they also offer shorter per hour horseback trips
to the impressive valley of Cerro Castillo. Not a horse fan?
Ask them about the trekking tours to discover the region
with its magnificent mountains and rivers. The office is
conveniently located on the main road, at
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PUERTO RIO TRANQUILO
It’s just a small village on the shores of the magestic Lago General Carrera, but a
place where every tourist has to stop. Why? The answer is simple... this place has
loads of extraordinary activities on offer. A must for everybody is a boat or kayak tour
to the Capillas de Marmól or Marble Chapels. Thousands of years of erosion by
wind and water have resulted in a masterpiece of natural art. You’ll be imposed by the
game of light and colour in the caverns and tunnels, and the lake’s transparent water.
The recently constructed 77km long Camino a Exploradores, a fantastic scenic
road which departs in town and goes to the Exploradores Bay, has opened up a
lot of possibilities in the area. This windy road packed with glaciers, rivers and
lakes is absolutely impressive and is the gateway to visit the mighty Exploradores
Glacier, where amazing ice walks are possible.
Due to this road Puerto Río Tranquilo has become the new hub to visit the UNESCO
Biosphere Reserve San Rafael National Park and its famous San Rafael Lagoon
and Glacier. The combination of driving the Camino a Exploradores, admiring
the spectacular scenery, boating from the end of the road to the Laguna* San
Rafael, gazing at this mind blowing glacier and experiencing the thundering noise
and the tsunami-like waves when the ice falls down, makes it a very special
experience. NO ATM BUT PETROL AVAILABLE!
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Don’t skip the Capillas de Mármol
(Marble Chapels), a top highlight of the
Carretera Austral and very affordable to
visit. Located on Puerto Río Tranquilo Waterfront, Excursiones Maran-Atha, in the
hands of Mr. Lenin Soto as the general manager, is the pioneer organizing boat
trips to this natural wonder and it’s your best pick. They offer boat tours on the
General Carrera Lake to visit the caverns, cathedral and marble chapels, as well
as trips to Puerto Sánchez caverns, Puerto Cristal and sport fishing tours. Their
informative and experienced guides know the best places, take care of your safety
and will explain about these unique structures formed as glacier water eroded
an enormous block of marble over thousands of
years. Get dazzled by tropical blue water
and spectacular and amazing
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Experience the greatness of a glacier: walk
on it, feel it and be overwhelmed by its
crystal blue colour! El Puesto Expediciones
organizes quality glacier activities using
modern well maintained equipment and
professional guides so your safety is always guaranteed.
El Puesto Expediciones activities:
- Amazing visits and walks on Exploradores Glacier.
- Glacier/Ice climbing amongst the spectacular ice walls.
- Spend a night camping on a glacier.
- Kayak tour to Capillas de Mármol to appreciate in
depth these beautiful natural formations.

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Their office is located at the heart of Puerto Río Tranquilo.
El Puesto also has high quality accommodation
in Puerto Río Tranquilo with excellent facilities!
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DESTINO PATAGONIA - San Rafael Glacier Tours
A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the San
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Rafael glacier has a remote location,
Cell: 91586044
with no crowds at all. Destino Patagonia
is based in Puerto Río Tranquilo, but emilia.astorga@destinopatagonia.cl
www.destinopatagonia.cl
the tour starts at the end of the Camino
a Exploradores, a recently built 77km long spectacular road. Two local and
friendly guides will take you on a 2,5hrs adventurous boat ride across the Rio
Exploradores delta through a picture perfect landscape until you reach the San
Rafael glacier. They offer full day trips where you can sip a free whiskey prepared
with glacier ice while being stunned by the view and the thundering noise
of the glacier. They also have a 2 or 3 day tour with trekking
possibilities and/or kayak trip if you like to be one of the few
people to spend the night in the National Park (Meals included
in all trips). Destino Patagonia operates from September to April.
English speaking
Free transfer from Puerto Tranquilo to
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PUERTO GUADAL & CHILE CHICO
Puerto Guadal is a sleepy village located in a beautiful bay at the southwest end of
the Lago General Carrera, 13km east of the Carretera Austral. The micro-climate
protects them from the cold in winter time, and the view of the lake and the snowcapped mountains at the northwestern side is absolutely mind blowing. This is an
oasis of rest, to enjoy peace and quietness while relaxing at the beach or admiring
the gorgeous views from a kayak. The nearby waterfalls are really nice to visit, and
the area offers very interesting fossil hikes. The rafting village Puerto Bertrand at
the ultra blue Rio Baker is just 25km away. NO ATM!
Chile Chico is located at the southern banks of the Lago General Carrera only 6km
from the Argentinean border. Many travellers cross the nearby boarder coming
from Ruta 40 in Argentina to enter the Carretera Austral region. Nature lovers
and hikers should definitely visit the spectacular Jeinemeni National Reserve 65km
from town, with steppe, rock formations, cave paintings and turquoise lagoons with
a flamingo population. Moving on from Chile Chico is possible by ferry-crossing
to Puerto Ibañez to go to Cerro Castillo or north. Taking a bus over the windy
and narrow road westwards to Puerto Guadal is a gorgeous and exciting option, with
stunning views over the Lago General Carrera. ATM & PETROL AVAILABLE!
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TERRA LUNA LODGE

Km 1,5 on way to Mallin Grande
PUERTO GUADAL
Indulge yourself with a stay at
+569 84491092 / (067) 2431263
this beautiful estate with the most
info@terra-luna.cl
breathtaking views of the lake and
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mountains, and 400 metres of beach!
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The cozy cabins are equipped with
a kitchen, living room and bathroom(s). The smaller 2 person ones are very
affordable, and there is a selection of more luxurious cabins for up to 6 people.
Also rooms and apartments for up to 5 people are available (without kitchen).
Terra Luna Lodge has everything on the site to keep you busy: hot tub, sauna,
massages, restaurant, kayaks, canoes, water bikes and an original canopy not only
made of tirolesas but of many different games including an helicopter, plane, etc
(all with extra charge) and a pool table, games, cinema,
football pitch, etc (for no extra charge).
You can also experience the thrill of going 10% off
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Kon-Aiken is located in the center of
Chile Chico in the heart of Chilean
Patagonia. It is a popular budget
option in town and a place where youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll
meet a bunch of international travellers. A big property
with 4 fully equipped cabins, a double room with private
bathroom and some rooms of different sizes with shared
bathrooms. Towels are included and breakfast is served.
Kon-Aiken is also a place to camp. There is lots of space to pitch a tent and
the high trees protect you from the strong winds. A kitchen and BBQ-grill
are available for all guests and there is a separate shower
block for the campers. Book your trips with the owner Juan
like kayaking on the General Carrera Lake or
a visit to the Jeinimeni National Reserve in his 10% off
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COCHRANE

COCHRANE & CALETA TORTEL
Cochrane is the major village and hub of the south of the Carretera Austral. It’s a
perfect springboard for a lot of cool activities in the area. Try to spot the endangered
huemul deer while doing a trek at Tamango National Reserve, at 6km northeast of
Cochrane. The largest population in Chile of these shy creatures is found here. 18km
north of Cochrane, the wildlife paradise Valle Chacabuco (part of the future and
immense Patagonia NP) is home to flamingos, foxes and herds of guanacos too. The
Cochrane area also invites you to hit the water: kayaking on Lake Cochrane or Esmeralda,
or the mighty Río Baker. The Monte San Lorenzo, 55km south, is a heaven for
trekking. Attention, Cochrane has the last gas station going south! ATM & PETROL!
Caleta Tortel is an amazing isolated village at the mouth of the Río Baker, built up with
boardwalks and staircases instead of roads. Leg power brings you around the village, or
you can take a water taxi. The scenery is beautiful; it’s surrounded by milky glacier water
and breathtaking hills and mountains. Jumping on a boat or kayak is a must in Tortel,
f.e. to Isla Los Muertos. The glaciers Steffens & Montt are spectacular and remote,
and can only be reached by boat. Enjoy this extraordinary and unique village! NO ATM!
Adventurers can continue their voyage to Villa O’Higgins, the southernmost point of
the Carretera Austral, and the end of the road, to cross to El Chaltén, Argentina: a
combination of boating, trekking and bussing (November – March). NO ATM!

HOSPEDAJE Y CAMPING COCHRANE

Dr. Steffens 451
COCHRANE
(067) 2522377
pquintana13@gmail.com

You’ll not expect a garden this size and this nice, at
just one block from the main plaza. Pitch your tent
under one of the trees and enjoy the hot water in
one of the many showers. The guestbook is filled with names from people from
all over the globe; the perfect place to meet up with fellow travellers.
Craving for a real bed? They also have a small house opened all year round,
with single or twin rooms, a cozy living room with a fireplace and TV. The
bathroom is shared and towels are included.
During camping season (September to April), a cooking area is provided in
an outdoor space with roof. Patricia, your hostess, breaths passion for her
job and pampers her guests. She will inform you in
detail on how to discover the most special places
around Cochrane!
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RESIDENCIAL BRISAS DEL SUR

Sector Playa Ancha n/n
CALETA TORTEL
Wake up and start your day with an
Cell: 82367697 / 56882723
amazing view of the beautiful waters
valerialanderos@hotmail.com
surrounding Residencial Brisas del Mar.
www.casaturismorural.cl
This wooden house is located in the
southern peaceful part of the village. A beautiful walk will get you there, or
pamper yourself going by water taxi.
You can choose from single, double (with two singles or a double), or triple rooms
with shared bathrooms, and lovebirds can opt for a double matrimonial room with
private bathroom. Towels are provided and laundry service is available. During
winter time and chilly days, central heating with firewood will keep you warm!
Would you like to do a boat or kayak trip, or explore
one of the glaciers in the area? Just ask
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PUERTO NATALES
This getaway is the point of entry to the world renowned Torres del Paine
National Park, a mammoth park that was declared a UNESCO Biosphere
Reserve in 1978. The park is a hikers paradise that will blow your mind
when you see its flora and fauna, lakes and rivers, frozen glacier fields and
amazing scenery. Day trips are available, as well as multiple day hiking trips
to the famous “W” circuit or farther. You can take your own equipment and
food for camping or stay in one of the refugios (mountain lodges) that offer
shared accommodation, food, some with small convenience stores and camping
gear to rent.Other options to enjoy the park include picnicking, sport fishing,
kayaking, mountain climbing and more. While you’re based in Puerto Natales,
plan an excursion to the Milodón Cave, an archaeological site named after the
milodón, a now extinct animal whose remains were found
in the cave. Climb to the summit of Dorotea Sierra, to
get a great panorama of the town as well as the fjords
and mountains in the area. Visit Bernardo O’Higgins
National Park and take a boat trip to feel tiny next to
the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers.
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PUERTO NATALES

TIN HOUSE PATAGONIA

Miraflores 616
(061) 2614201
This cozy and intimate house-style
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hostel is a great place to stay before
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in Torres del Paine. With only three
bedrooms (two doubles, and one with two bunk beds - all with heating and
shared bathrooms) and completely managed and run by its owners, this is
certainly a place where you can hang up your coat and boots, and chill out.
Enjoy the comfy commodities, your own kitchen and the unique
tin and wood structure in this 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s built house (recently
refurbished in 2010) right in the centre of town.
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so you can get the best advice and reserve for
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PATAGONIA ADVENTURE HOSTEL & ORBIT PATAGONIA
With a hostel and a tourism agency at the
Tomas Rogers 179
same place, you can sort out your rest and
(061) 2411028
info@apatagonia.com
play both at once! Patagonia Adventure Hostel,
www.apatagonia.com
in a traditional style wooden house, has dorms,
doubles, twins and triple rooms (all w/shared bath and heating) with an ideal
location as the only hostel on the main plaza. Guests can use the full kitchen,
luggage storage and there is an indoor climbing wall!
Their travel agency, ORBIT Patagonia, is located in the hostel and the bilingual
staff can organize visits to Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno, Cueva del Milodon,
glacier boat trips, visits to the penguins on Magdalena and Marta islands, horse
riding, kayaking, rock climbing, and trekking the W circuit and the
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Hostal Francis Drake has an ideal
location right only being two block from
the sea front, the main plaza and centre of town with all the restaurants, bars
and shopping within walking distance. A comfortable and clean colonial style
house, the 14 rooms (single, double and triple) each have a private bathroom,
central heating, towels included and cable TV and from the second floor living
room you can appreciate magnificent views of the seafront and the nearby
mountain peaks. A hearty breakfast of coffee, tea, milk, serial, yoghurt, cheese,
ham, bread, juice, pastries and hot chocolate will set you up well for the day.
The staff can help you book your own tour to see Torres del Paine mountain
range, Perito Moreno glacier and other nearby
glaciers whether you want to visit them by boat
or in their own private vehicles.
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TOUR EXPRESS

Bulnes 769
(061) 2410734
ventas1@tourexpress.cl
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Patagonia is a magical, mystical and sometimes
a difficult place to get around. You can uncover
some real world treasures here but you need to
have a bit of know how and Tour Express can help you with that. Located in
Puerto Natales, the company has more than 15 years experience and the fleet
of modern, specially equipped vehicles are driven with care and constantly
renewed. With their expertise and knowledge they will show you some
highlights of Chilean and Argentinean Patagonia including:
- Regular services to Torres del Paine National Park all year around.
- Private services for groups and individuals to Torres del Paine,
Milodon cave, Punta Arenas, Penguin colony (Chile), El Calafate,
Perito Moreno Glacier, El ChaltĂŠn, Ushuaia in Argentinean Patagonia.
- Trekking programs.
Tour Express offers a quality service thanks
to the combination of experience and
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PUNTA ARENAS

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PUNTA ARENAS
Punta Arenas is the southernmost (continental) city in South America
located on the shores of the Magellan Strait. Despite its remoteness,
it has the most developed urban centre in Chilean Patagonia.
Wander around downtown Plaza de Armas, dig your camera out to
get a panoramic shot of the city from the Mirador del Cerro* de
la Cruz, take advantage of their tax-free shopping centre (Zona
Franca), contemplate the city’s history in the ornate municipal
cemetery, check out the monument to Magellan or the interesting
museums (Maggiorino Borgatello, Regional, Armada de Chile, Militar
Palacio Sara Braun and Instituto de la Patagonia).
Venturing out of town, pretend your name is Ferdinand and kayak on
the strait, travel to Isla Magdalena or Seno Otway and waddle like a
penguin amongst thousands (October-March), or hike around what the
native Patagones used to call “Devil’s Country” because of the rugged,
volcanic landscape of Pali-Aike National Park.

Open year round, this hostal is located
in the centre of Punta Arenas, two blocks
from the Straight of Magallen and Avenida Colon. The main square, Plaza de
Armas, is only a ten minute walk away and within five blocks is the bus station
for onward destinations in Puerto Natales, Argentina and around Chile.
The hostal offers great value and even at low prices you will get a heated private
room with cable TV and towels included (twin, double or triplet) in a cozy and
clean setting. No dorms are available but guests can use the kitchen and there
is a laundry service available. Alternatively stay in the furnished cabins with their
own kitchen, bathroom and cable TV.
With the owner, Betty, always on hand you can
feel right at home and are treated as a welcome
guest in a real Chilean home.

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ADEL - RENT A CAR Y TURISMO
The best way to get around Punta Arenas and
explore the area is through the luxury of your
own car – go where you like, dictate your own
time schedule and feel free!

Pedro Montt 962
(061) 2224819
info@adel.cl
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tourist office and will help you find your ideal transport
– from small, economical cars right up to 4WD and SUVs.
The bilingual staff will give you advice and information about driving
around the area and if you hire a car for 3 days or more there is no
mileage limit. So get your driving gloves on, and let loose in Patagonia!

PUERTO WILLIAMS
This small village is the southernmost settlement in the world, right at the
tip of Chile. Looking out to the Beagle Channel, Puerto Williams can be
reached by plane, a two day ferry from Punta Arenas (on Wednesdays) or a
speed boat from Ushuaia.
With less than 2000 inhabitants, the village has a quiet and peaceful pace of
life and is an oasis for nature lovers. Surrounded by snow capped mountains
and countless fjords, the sightseeing opportunities are endless. You can
visit glaciers and snow drifts by boat, go to the hummingbird park for bird
watching, walk the remote trail of Navarino, trek to the Dientes de Navarino
peaks, go horseback riding in the vast wilderness or go fishing and try to
catch the ‘big one’.
Nearby Wulaia Bay is an ancient settlement of the Yamana tribes and was
where Charles Darwin arrived on his world voyage in 1831. Some visitors
come here for the ultimate ‘end of the world’ experience, sailing around
Cape Horn!
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TURISMO PACÍFICO AUSTRAL
The best about travelling in Southern
Chile is the beautiful wilderness and
feeling in touch with nature.

This rustic campsite is 5kms outside of Puerto Williams, on the way
to Puerto Navarino. It is right on the shore of the Beagle Channel
with perfect sea views and is submerged in nature with a beautiful
waterfall nearby on the Río* de los Bronces. The campsite can be
reached on foot or you can get a transfer from the town.
To really get out and explore the area, they also offer
guided tours around the region’s highlights and
can take you on treks through the Dientes
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with
knowledge you can really get a taste for
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EXTREME WILLIAMS
Brothers John and Patricio Cano want
to help you get the best out of your
time in Puerto Williams with their tour
agency, Extreme Williams.

extremewilliams@hotmail.com
Cel: (09) 91276313

Offering a range of extreme, and less extreme,
activities and tours you can gain access to some of
the stunning nature gems in the area.
Guided tours take you to Dientes de Navarino,
Lago Navarino and Winhood or get an adrenaline
hit by rock climbing with their
specialist guides or trying a host
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